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LOT 2051

Large Chinese Han Terracotta Hui

HAN DYNASTY, 206 B.C.-220 A.D. OR LATER

11 5/8 in. (3.3 kg, 29.5 cm high).

Sturdy globular body with thick foot, broad shoulder and wide neck with carinated rim; frieze of painted ornament to the shoulder, incised horizontal bands.

Provenance

Ex Ma Gallery, Bath, UK.
From the collection of the late Michael O’Hara.

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LOT 2051

Large Chinese Han Terracotta Hui

Estimate £500 - 700€580 - 810 (for guidance only)$680 - 950 (for guidance only)

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